US Bridges

Rt D S over Groves CR

Good

Wayne County, Missouri · S 20 T 28 N R 6 E · Structure no. 7407

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,968
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt D S over Groves CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt D S over Groves CR in Wayne County, Missouri. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,968 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,854 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesRt D S
CrossesGroves CR
LocationS 20 T 28 N R 6 E
RouteState Highway 0D
Coordinates37.07797, -90.41528
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,968 (2024)
Projected traffic2,854 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt D S over Groves CR built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt D S over Groves CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Rt D S over Groves CR carry?

About 1,968 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Rt D S over Groves CR?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rt D S over Groves CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.